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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
7
An old poem in Farmers' Review recounts a jesting jester who pleads for mercy from a king. The monarch and court listen as the fool laments folly, urging the Lord to be merciful to him a fool while reflecting on pride, truth, and the bearing of mistakes.
The dialogue follows Carmody and Captain Baldwin aboard The Jumping Jupiter as they recover stores from a raft and rescue Socks. Hammond joins, receipts are offered, and a conference in the Helen Carmody social hall charts Vera Cruz arrival and press strategy with Chalmers and The New York Record, securing controlled news release.
Sidney Hammond and Seymour and Jack Stevens assist as Mr Chalmers takes charge of the Vera Cruz rescue story. He secures wires, files first bulletin at 12 40, and a rapid telegraph relay follows as Helen Carmody saga drives Wall Street gains and rival doubt.
Vera Cruz May 24. The New York Record reports the dramatic rescue of Palmer J. Morton John M. Rockwell Andrus Carmody R J Kent Simon Pence Hiram Haven Sidney Hammond and L Sylvester Vincent after being lured aboard the steam yacht Shark by Walter B Hestor. The expedition led by William Chalmers followed by boat to Vera Cruz and Havana recovered the men and returned them to New York.
A Washington Star report notes high pine land prices trap small makers from turpentine ventures. Prof Harty proposes a new cup system to sap resin without harming trees, preserving lumber value. The fatwood in limbs and stumps yields tar oil and turpentine via retorts, potentially making thousands from underused wood.
A Massachusetts inventor designs an aluminum foot attachment with hinged wings to boost speed and buoyancy. The toe cap and anklet secure the device, which blades fold during the upstroke and spread on the downstroke to maximize leverage, offering comfort both in and out of the water.
John Muir of John Muir & Sons Beith Scotland claims a tanning process for hog hides yields a perfect substitute for rubber in vehicle cushion tires. He sold American rights via a syndicate and plans a demonstrating plant and factory to meet large expected demand. Rights have been sold in Germany Austria Hungary and other European nations.
A New York inventor proposes a freezing method to stabilize soft water bearing soil ahead of tunnel work. Tubes run ahead of excavation with a freezing agent, then steam or hot water frees the frozen earth for removal. Wedges of lime cartridges may aid breakdown of the material.
A well known city resident argues that widespread experiences with scientific government branches will boost support and development. He recounts an 1893 Minnesota farm mortgage that became worthless until agriculture Department research revealed hemp suitability, turning the land valuable. He notes a West Virginia investment gain from geological surveys and wishes long life and prosperity to scientific bureaus. Washington Star
The Berlin Medical Society unveiled sanosin, a new consumption remedy. Dr Danelius of Sommerfeld presented patient cures, noting work interruption avoided and weight gain. Discovered by Dr Robert Schneider, sanosin reportedly halts coughs fevers and night sweats and even arrests progression in severe cases.
Annie Peglow of Missouri Avenue operates two cylinder presses at 314 North Third Street, claiming to be the United States’ only woman pressman. She joined the firm two years ago as a press feeder, later gaining entry to the union after the international body amended its constitution. Peglow, 8 a.m. start, excels in color work and dainty printing, while maintaining views on marriage and work that she believes broaden horizons. She avoids local union meetings, believing her presence would seem bold as the sole woman member.
Mrs Mary Ann Cooper of oathgate, in her nineties, is credited as the real life inspiration for Dickens character Little Dorrit. The article recalls her childhood in Hatton Garden, her friendship with Charles Dickens, and early anecdotes from their youth including rural disguises and playful mischief. It notes her long life, widowhood, and a home filled with mementos of “My Charles” and family portraits.
It advises modest manicuring, natural nail gloss, and gentle care. Use rose tinted paste, rub with palm, soak nails in warm water or sweet oil before cutting, avoid frequent trimming, and avoid cuticles. Do not over polish or use harsh files. wear gloves sparingly and press back skin after washing. Also brief notes on lemon juice and vinegar usage.
Mrs. Cornelia Wadsworth Adair, famed as the nicest woman in London, remains a central American presence in London society. Her sister Lady Barrymore and Miss Post, her niece by marriage, are set to star in forthcoming festivities. Adair’s royal affection and India durbar guest status bolster her social stature as Miss Post’s young life promises a gay season. An analogy on lawn watering illustrates how repeated care shapes growth. A Chaldean tablet dated 2500 B C. lists garments for priests and priestesses, described as the oldest dressmaker’s bill.
Nathaniel G. Saxton urges intensive culture on waste ground around farms. He details a ten by ten plot program with radishes lettuce peas turnips corn and a diverse fruit bed including raspberries strawberries gooseberries and currants. He notes asparagus rhubarb and ornamental willow leaf lima beans provide year round returns and that a five by 250 strip can supply a family with fresh produce and extra sales.
A plan for barn roofs uses hag chains or sturdy two by four timbers to resist rafter pressure. The design fits a 30 by 20 feet shed and allows easy hay-carrier passage. Rods can be in one piece or three, adjustable with end nuts, while non splitting wood is suggested to avoid splitting and later trimming.
A simple hand tool can be crafted from two oak boards six feet long and eight inches wide. Cut every eight inches and shave two inches along one edge to form a smoother as described in this compact woodworking note.
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